11 Chocolate Desserts That Are Totally Healthy

By Becky Duffett

Haven’t you heard? Chocolate is a vegetable. Well, it starts out as a bean, although by the time you add butter and sugar, it’s definitely a treat. But regardless, dark chocolate is a delicious source of antioxidants, which means that in moderation, it counts as a heart-healthy food.

If you’re a diehard chocoholic, try to get your fix without overdoing it on sugar, and if you can, work in a few other healthy ingredients, like fresh fruit, nuts, even whole grains. Here are 11 ooey, gooey, delicious recipes to satisfy your sweet tooth without blowing your healthy eating goals. Because from chocolate-dipped fruit to superfood barks, creamy pudding to decadent cupcakes, there are so many ways to fall in love with dark chocolate.

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This article is not intended to substitute for informed medical advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or condition. Always check with your doctor before changing your diet, altering your sleep habits, taking supplements, or starting a new fitness routine.

Becky Duffett

Fitbit Nutrition Editor Becky Duffett is a lifestyle writer with a passion for eating well. A former Williams-Sonoma cookbook editor and graduate of San Francisco Cooking School, she’s edited dozens of cookbooks and countless recipes. City living has turned her into a spin addict—but she’d still rather be riding a horse. She lives in the cutest neighborhood in San Francisco, spending weekends at the farmers’ market, trying to read at the bakery, and roasting big dinners for friends.